The snow leopard’s five-inch thick coat affords great protection from the cold. The coat also comes in handy as camouflage, helping the leopard blend in with the rocky terrain to hide from potential prey. Sadly, the beautiful coat also hinders the leopard’s survival, as poaching for the fur is one of its major threats.
Snow Leopard
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Fact File
Where to see them: Cat Canyon 
Height: Up to 2 ft
Weight: 77 to 120 lbs
Lifespan: Up to 21 yrs in captivity
Habitat: Mountain regions, including grassland, scrubland, and open woodland
Diet: Primarily blue sheep and ibex; some other hoofed mammals, hares, rodents and birds
Risk Status: Species at Risk (IUCN—Endangered)Video
Balancing Act: Up to three feet long, the snow leopard’s tail helps it maintain balance while navigating steep and rocky slopes.
